Intercity route — motorways A7 then A3
Marrakech to Rabat327 km, 3 h 15on motorways A7 then A3
Marrakech and Rabat are 327 km apart on motorway A7 then A3. The drive takes 3 h 15 by car or private minibus, against 3 h 50 by ONCF train.
Rabat is Morocco’s administrative capital. The ONCF train runs eight departures a day from Marrakech, in 3 h 50.
Itinerary — motorway A7 then A3
Marrakech → Rabat
327 km · 3 h 15 driving · tolls 110 MAD
- Marrakech0 km · 466 m
- Benguerir75 km · 452 m
- Settat165 km · 330 m
- Berrechid200 km · 195 m
- Mohammedia245 km · 35 m
- Rabat327 km · 45 m
- 327 kmroad distance
- 3 h 15driving time
- Motorways A7 then A3road
- 110 MADcombined tolls
- 3service areas on the route
- 466 mhighest point, at Marrakech
Elevation profile, vertical scale exaggerated. Altitudes in metres above sea level.
What is the distance between Marrakech and Rabat?
The road distance between Marrakech and Rabat is 327 km on motorway A7 then A3. It is the longest run from Marrakech to a city served by rail. The return leg covers the same distance.
Motorway A7 reaches Casablanca at km 240, before motorway A3 takes over heading north to Rabat.
Both motorways are operated by Autoroutes du Maroc across the full 327 km, with no toll-free section.
How long does the Marrakech to Rabat journey take?
The journey takes 3 h 15 by car or private minibus on motorways A7 then A3. The ONCF train takes 3 h 50, the CTM coach 4 h 15. The grand taxi covers the same distance in 3 h 30.
The real average speed reaches 100 km/h on motorways A7 and A3, which are capped at 120 km/h along most of the route.
Both A7 and A3 are dual carriageways with a central reservation, with no single-lane section across the full 327 km.
Leaving before 7 a.m. avoids the Greater Casablanca jams crossed at km 240, ahead of the junction with motorway A3 toward Rabat.
How do the Marrakech to Rabat transport options compare?
The ONCF train competes with the private minibus on this link, with eight daily departures. The minibus stays the only door-to-door option reaching Rabat’s ministerial district. The grand taxi remains cheapest at 98 MAD a seat, ahead of the CTM coach at 115 MAD.
| Mode | Duration | Price | Frequency | Comfort | Luggage | Door-to-door |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private minibus | 3 h 15 | €175 – 305 | On demand | High | Unlimited | Yes |
| ONCF train | 3 h 50 | 130 – 250 MAD | 8 departures/day | High | 2 suitcases | No |
| CTM coach | 4 h 15 | 115 – 130 MAD | 4 departures/day | Medium | 1 in the hold | No |
| Grand taxi | 3 h 30 | 98 MAD/seat | When full | Low | 1 small bag | No |
| Rental car | 3 h 15 | 350 MAD/day | On demand | High | Boot | Yes |
Fares sourced from ONCF and CTM in March 2026. Supratours skips this link entirely, since Rabat already has its own ONCF station.
How do you get from Marrakech to Rabat?
The ONCF train, the CTM coach, the grand taxi and the private minibus all run this 327 km link. The train remains the direct competitor of the minibus on this route.
By ONCF train
Eight daily ONCF departures from Marrakech’s avenue Hassan II station reach Rabat in 3 h 50, for a fare of 130 to 250 MAD depending on class.
Rabat-Agdal station sits 2 km from the ministerial district where government offices are based.
By CTM coach
CTM runs four daily departures to Rabat from Guéliz, reaching it in 4 h 15 for 115 to 130 MAD.
The 20 kg hold-luggage allowance and its 5 MAD extra-kilo charge match every CTM line out of Marrakech.
By grand taxi
The grand taxi Mercedes 240 covers the 327 km to Rabat in a single run from Bab Doukkala, the longest direct link on the network, at 98 MAD a seat.
You can buy all six seats for 588 MAD and leave immediately rather than wait for other passengers.
By private minibus with a driver
The driver collects passengers at their hotel and drops them at the exact address in Rabat, including the ministerial district.
The trip includes the A7 and A3 motorway tolls, for a combined 110 MAD.
How much does the Marrakech to Rabat trip cost?
The private transfer costs €205 in a 9-seat minibus, or 2,255 MAD. The train costs 130 to 250 MAD per person, the CTM coach 115 to 130 MAD, and the grand taxi 98 MAD.
| Mode | Price in MAD | Price in EUR | Billing basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private 7-seater minibus | 1,925 MAD | €175 | per vehicle |
| Private 9-seater minibus | 2,255 MAD | €205 | per vehicle |
| Private 15-seater minibus | 3,355 MAD | €305 | per vehicle |
| ONCF train, 2nd class | 130 MAD | €12 | per person |
| ONCF train, 1st class | 250 MAD | €23 | per person |
| CTM coach | 115 – 130 MAD | €10 – 12 | per person |
| Grand taxi, one seat | 98 MAD | €9 | per person |
| Grand taxi, whole vehicle | 588 MAD | €53 | per vehicle |
Converted at 11 MAD to €1. Private fares include fuel, the driver and both the A7 and A3 tolls.
What towns does the road between Marrakech and Rabat cross?
Five towns punctuate motorways A7 then A3: Benguerir, Settat, Berrechid, Mohammedia and Skhirat. The private minibus can pull in at any of them, at no extra charge to the passenger.
The junction between motorway A7 and motorway A3, at Mohammedia, marks the handover from the country’s southern motorway network to its northern one.
| Town | km from Marrakech | What it is | Typical stop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benguerir | 75 km | Mining town on the Rehamna plateau | 15 min, coffee and fuel |
| Settat | 165 km | Provincial capital of the Casablanca-Settat region | No stop on the motorway |
| Berrechid | 200 km | Industrial town at the southern edge of Greater Casablanca | 10 min, fuel |
| Mohammedia | 245 km | Coastal town and oil port, junction between motorway A7 and motorway A3 | 20 min, ADM service area |
| Skhirat | 300 km | Seaside municipality 27 km south of Rabat | No stop on the motorway |
How do you reach Rabat from Marrakech Menara airport?
The direct transfer to Rabat covers 333 km in 3 h 20 from Marrakech Menara airport (RAK). Waiting is free for 60 minutes after landing, and the transfer uses the southern ring road, 6 km from the city centre, without crossing the medina.
The trip follows the same southern ring road as a departure from central Marrakech, before joining motorway A7 and then motorway A3. The extra 6 km adds only 5 minutes to the total journey.
Waiting is free for 60 minutes after the actual landing time, then billed at €8 an hour beyond that.
Our private Marrakech to Rabat transfer
We run the Marrakech – Rabat transfer by private minibus from €205, driver, fuel and the A7 and A3 tolls included. The price is fixed and does not change with the number of passengers.
| Vehicle | Passengers | One way | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes Vito | 7 | €175 | €315 |
| Hyundai Staria | 9 | €205 | €370 |
| Mercedes Sprinter long | 15 | €305 | €550 |
A same-day return from Rabat leaves up to 6 hours free before the drive back.
- Licensed driver
- Fuel and the A7 and A3 motorway tolls
- Cold water on board
- Child seats on request
- Onboard 4G wifi
Which pages continue from this route?
Three other pages continue from Marrakech – Rabat: the road to Casablanca, the longer run to Tangier, and the tour that links the six imperial cities of the kingdom. Marrakech to Casablanca covers 240 km, while Marrakech to Tangier covers 580 km.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a train between Marrakech and Rabat?
Yes. ONCF runs eight departures a day in 3 h 50. The fare ranges from 130 to 250 MAD depending on class. Rabat-Agdal station sits 2 km from the ministerial district.
Is there a toll on the Marrakech to Rabat route?
Yes, the A7 and A3 motorway tolls total 110 MAD. Autoroutes du Maroc operates both roads across the full 327 km. The private transfer fare has this toll built in already.
What is the fastest way from Marrakech to Rabat?
The private minibus and the rental car are fastest, at 3 h 15. The train follows at 3 h 50, the grand taxi at 3 h 30. The CTM coach is the slowest, at 4 h 15.
Is Rabat farther from Marrakech than Casablanca?
Yes, by 87 km. Rabat sits 327 km from Marrakech, against 240 km for Casablanca. That extra 87 km adds 45 more minutes of driving on motorway A3, north past Casablanca.
Does the Marrakech to Rabat route cross mountainous terrain?
No, Marrakech itself is the summit of this route, at 466 m. The road drops steadily all the way to the Atlantic coast. No mountain pass and no hairpin bend interrupt the 327 km.
Does Supratours serve Marrakech to Rabat?
No. Supratours only runs to Moroccan towns without a railway station, which rules out Rabat entirely. The CTM coach and the ONCF train cover this link, alongside the private minibus.
Does fog affect the road to Rabat?
Yes, coastal fog reduces visibility near Skhirat in summer. It forms on mornings from June to August before clearing after 9 a.m. The Chaouia plateau sees a distinct winter fog further south.
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